The Montreal market, in numbers
RE/MAX du Cartier, our agency, has an office very close by, in Hochelaga. We analyze local rents and building sales in Montréal-Est before you make an offer.
Buying a plex in Montréal-Est
Duplex, triplex or multi-family building: we go over the leases and the numbers with you before you make an offer to purchase.
Annie Payant & Jasmin MorinReal estate brokers · RE/MAX du Cartier
5.0 · 113 Google reviewsThe real income
Current leases, vacant units, actual expenses: we recalculate the income before talking about price.
The multiplier and comparables
Gross income multiplier, price per door and sales of comparable buildings: is the asking price justified?
A business perspective
Trained in finance and marketing at HEC Montréal, Jasmin helps you assess a building as a business project.
At a glanceMontréal-Est
Population (2021)4,394
Montreal≈ 25 minutes from downtown by car
TransportationHighway 40 · Rue Notre-Dame · Rue Sherbrooke
MRCAgglomération de Montréal
Investing in Montréal-Est
Rental potential in Montréal-Est
The territory, largely industrial, attracts mainly commercial and industrial investment, particularly thanks to access to Highway 40 and rue Notre-Dame. Former refinery lands are the subject of redevelopment projects. The residential rental stock is made up mostly of plexes and small buildings. For any industrial land, an environmental assessment is part of due diligence.
How we analyze a plex
Gross income multiplier
The asking price compared with the building's income and with plexes sold in the area.
Net income
Actual rents minus taxes, insurance, energy, maintenance and vacancy: what you really keep.
Comparable sales
Plexes recently sold in Montréal-Est and the surrounding area, and the price per door, adjusted for the condition of the building.
Municipal assessment
The relationship between the price and the municipal assessment, to help frame an offer.
Before buying a plex in Montréal-Est
- The current leases and the renewal notices for each unit.
- Vacant units and market rents in the area.
- The condition of the building: roof, windows, plumbing, electrical and foundation.
- The number of dwellings allowed by the zoning.
- Municipal and school taxes, insurance and energy.
- Financing: the down payment varies depending on the number of units and whether you live in the building.
For an $800,000 plex in Montréal-Est, the welcome tax is approximately $11,861. Calculate it for your price →
Centris® statistics
The real estate market in Montréal-Est
From January to September 2026, compared with the same period in 2025.
Single-family
- Median price
- $455,000 +13.8% vs. 2025
- Sales
- 10 vs. 12 in 2025
- Average time to sell
- 13 days vs. 33 days in 2025
Condo
- Median price
- $347,000 −21.6% vs. 2025
- Sales
- 7 vs. 12 in 2025
- Average time to sell
- 67 days vs. 69 days in 2025
Plex (2 to 5 units)
- Average price
- $716,615 +5.1% vs. 2025
- Sales
- 13 vs. 6 in 2025
- Average time to sell
- 20 days vs. 36 days in 2025
Source: Centris® — statistics by municipality and property type, revised on October 1, 2026. Average plex price: duplex to quintuplex.
Our favourite spot in Montréal-Est
Stained-glass window by Joseph Versailles, by Guido Nincheri
Public art
Created in 1939 by Guido Nincheri, this stained-glass window depicts the town's first mayor presiding over industrial development. It is part of a group of public artworks, free to visit, around the town hall, the recreation centre and the library.
Discover the Joseph Versailles stained-glass window by Guido Nincheri →“The Nincheri stained-glass window tells the story of Montréal-Est in a single image: a founding mayor and a city built around industry.”
Free guide
Buying a property in Montréal-Est, step by step
Our free guide (in French) explains how to find the best opportunities in Montréal-Est and buy with complete confidence.
Part 1
Before: how to prepare well
Part 2
During: interested in a property?
Part 3
Afterwards: the steps that follow the offer to purchase
“We had exceptional service from start to finish with Annie for the purchase of our first home. She was always available and answered all our questions quickly and with great clarity. Her support was impeccable: she guided us through every step with professionalism and made the process simple and reassuring.”
“I worked with Jasmin to sell one of my condos, and I have to say he is exemplary in his professionalism. His service is truly turnkey, which made the process much easier. He knew how to offer me valuable help at every step. I recommend him without hesitation!”
Frequently asked questions
Real estate in Montréal-Est
Is Montréal-Est a good choice for industrial investment?
The territory is largely industrial and well connected to Highway 40. An environmental study and a zoning check are essential before any purchase.
What is the average price of a plex in Montréal-Est?
From January to September 2026, 13 plexes (from duplexes to quintuplexes) were sold in Montréal-Est, at an average price of $716,615 (source: Centris®). The right price for a building depends mostly on its income: always compare the multiplier and the condition of the building.
How do you calculate the return on a revenue property?
Start with the gross income multiplier (price ÷ annual income), then calculate net income: rents minus taxes, insurance, energy, maintenance and vacancy. Then compare with similar buildings sold in the area. A good purchase is judged by actual income, not expected income.
What should you check in the leases before buying a building?
Ask for a copy of every current lease and renewal notice: rent, term, services included, special agreements. Compare the rents with the market in the area and check for vacant units. Leases stay with the building: the buyer takes them on as they are.
How much is the welcome tax on a plex in Montréal-Est?
For an $800,000 plex, approximately $11,861 according to the City of Montréal-Est's 2026 schedule. Plan for this amount in addition to your down payment, which varies depending on the number of units and whether you live in the building.
How much is your property worth in Montréal-Est?
A free, no-obligation comparative analysis based on recent sales in your area.
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